May 4, 2025

Robert Edward O’Brien (Obie), a lifelong resident of Reading, passed away on Sunday May 4th, 2025. He was 66 years of age.

Born on May 10, 1958, Bob is the loving son of the late Bob and Mary O’Brien. Bob was a loving brother, uncle, godfather and friend who will be deeply missed.

He was a devoted Boston sports fan, and a...

May 3, 2025

Robert "Bob" "Papa" Columbus, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, godfather and great-grandfather, passed away on May 3, 2025, in Stoneham, Massachusetts, at the age of 91. Born on August 17, 1933, in Keene, New Hampshire, Bob lived a life rich in love, family, and dedication to his craft.

Bob's career was marked by his commitment to serving others. After two years...

May 2, 2025

Joan Margaret (McManus) Doherty, 88, beloved wife of the late Frederick J. Doherty, died suddenly on May 2, 2025, in Reading, MA, following a day of games, fun, and laughter with long-time friends and her beloved sisters Ann Marie Morris and Maureen Gillum. Joan was an extraordinary wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, in-law, neighbor, and friend to so many.

Those fortunate enough...

May 2, 2025

Roberta Pietkiewicz, of Medford, passed away peacefully on Friday May 2, 2025.

Roberta is the beloved wife of the late Frank Pietkiewicz. She is the cherished mother of Francine, Lisa, Michael and Korrine. She is the loving and proud grandmother of Isabella, Luke, Matthew, Stephanie, Patrick, Justin, Joseph, Emily and the dear great-grandmother of Beau. 

She lived her life with an unwavering...

Apr 30, 2025

Jeffrey E. Day, beloved son of Elizabeth (McKeage) Day and the late Ronald Day, passed away on April 30, 2025 at age 57.

Jeff grew up in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, class of 1986.  He had a love of life and making the most out of every day. An avid...

Apr 28, 2025

David Thompson, beloved husband of Judith (Cargill) Thompson, passed away on Monday, April 28th, at his home. Born in Springfield, Illinois, he is the loving son of the late David and Sofia Jane Thompson.

David grew up in Morrisonville, Illinois.  He entered into the United States Navy and it brought him to Boston.  There, David met the...

Apr 21, 2025

James McGowan, Jr. Obituary With heavy hearts we announce, James "Jimmy" McGowan, Jr. age 63, peacefully passed away on Monday, April 21, at Lahey Medical Center, Burlington, MA. He was born on January 26, 1962, in Cambridge, MA to the late Eliazbeth and James McGowan. Jimmy loved working with his hands and in his last career he managed a...

Apr 19, 2025

Helen C. (Hewitt) (Hastings) Cooper of Tyngsboro, formerly of Stoneham, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025. She is 92 years of age.

Born on Sunday, June 26, 1932 in Boston, Helen was the loving daughter of the late Bert Hewitt and Minnie (Whitcher) Hewitt. Helen was a warm, gentle & loyal daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, cousin...

Apr 18, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Rita C. Barrett, 81, of Stoneham, Massachusetts, on April 18th, 2025.

Born in September of 1943, Rita is the loving daughter of Walter and Rita (Bell) Barrett. Rita lived a life full of love, and laughter. She was always surrounded by an abundance of friends and family who cherished her.

Rita was a...

Apr 14, 2025

Dora (Labella) Zappa of Stoneham passed away on Monday, April 14th, 2025. She is 92 years of age.

Born on Thursday, June 2, 1932 in Cleveland, Ohio, Dora is the loving daughter of the late Joseph Labella and Theresa (Campagnoni) Labella. Dora is a warm, kind, gentle & caring daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend who will...